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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

This air fryer chicken parmesan is a shortcut take on the classic dish. Cook seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer and then top with sauce and cheese. Return to the air fryer and cook until the cheese is melted. In less than 30 minutes, dinner is done. No breading needed!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 4 ounces each
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup pasta sauce, more as needed
  • ¼ cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees F. for five minutes.
  2. Season chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasonings.
  3. Spray the air fryer pan with nonstick cooking spray. Cook the chicken breast until the center reaches 165 degrees F, about 7 to 10 minutes. Cook time varies depending on the thickness of your chicken breast.
  4. Remove the pan from the air fryer. Leave the chicken on the pan. Spread pasta sauce over each breast. Then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Return pan to the air fryer. Cook until the cheese is brown and bubbly, about two to three minutes.